Top 5 Fat Loss Commandments

Here are the ten tips to follow when looking to lose weight, other wise known as the 5 weight loss commandments!

1. Develop a vision, not a goal

Wanting to know what your goal is is much more difficult to accomplish than actually visualizing and understanding what you actually want your body to look like. It is important to visualize opposed to just dream.

2. You don’t have to do any radical dieting to lose fat fast

Starving your body does not work, when you are hungry and are on a binge diet the body tends to eat at muscles rather than fat because of the proteins and positive food source they provide. It is important to stay on a normal diet which does not put the body into overdrive causing it to feed at the muscles.

3. Scare your fat away. Intensity matters. Step up!

Fat loss is all about shocking your body. By alternating intensities, changing up your exercise regularly, adding fiber to your diet, changing up the protein sources in your food, and working opposite sides of your body back and forth, you’re sure to burn fat at absurd speeds. Getting into the same routine can cause the body to get used to any particular work out making it null and void after a few training sessions. 

4. Pain isn’t necessary to get in shape

Working out should not give you intense pain, maybe a few sore muscles, but nothing which is permanent should come from working out. If this is the case, change up the work outs and make it something which is manageable and will not leave you in pain for days.

5. Your body is your body

Push your body to limits only you understand, this means work out wise, and also diet wise. Do not force anything which you know the body will reject. This can have an adverse affect and ruin the vision you have for healthy weight loss.

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

 

5 Unusual Tips To Look 10 Years Younger

Looking young the older you get is everyone’s biggest problem. Some people go as for to get surgery and use questionable medicine to help look younger. There are a few simple tips which can help you look younger, as well as improving your health!

1. Increase Essential Fat Intake

There are great fats out there that your body needs. They are called essential fatty acids, and your body simply can’t produce them on its own. You need to go out and get these acids whether it be through vitamins or nutrients, they are vital to looking younger. 

2. Reduce Toxins

Toxins like cigarette smoke, air pollution, excess alcohol, and toxins in our food and water supply should be cut out, which goes without saying. Also, stay away from processed foods that have all kinds of artificial colors, chemicals, and sweeteners. These habits and foods do nothing but ruin the skin, and age your body in ways which are not ideal for anyone looking to be younger. 

3. Sun

Vitamin D is essential as well, in moderation. There is no need to bake out in summer sun, or apply pounds of sunscreen on. Simple, daily activity in the sun is great for looking younger and even feeling younger!

4. Cut the Sugar, More Antioxidants

The average American consumes about 173 grams of processed sugar a day. Some people, mostly teens can take in up to 400 grams of sugar a day. Although it is tough to stay away from these sweet foods, they can cause and make you more prone to certain cancers.

5. Eat, Eat, Eat!

The best way to eat is to enjoy a small meal that includes protein, essential fats, and healthy carbohydrates (like fruits and vegetables) every three hours. No need to limit the body to three massive portions, eating often, yet healthy is the key to helping your skin and body looking young. 

 

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

 

Two Cellulite Solutions Exposed (Part Two)

Last week featured a blog focusing on cellulite. Namely, what it is and an exposé regarding the ineffective treatments that are out there. Liposuction and Mesotherapy were the treatments discussed last week. Let’s take a look at a few more sham treatments that are sadly all too common across this nation.

  1. A number of Cellulite Creams: There are an endless amount of creams on sale that are marketed as a cure for cellulite. However, academic studies have found no evidence corroborating their efficacy. Simple logic can tell you that slathering cream on one’s skin will most likely not cause tangible differences inside of your body. These cellulite creams are absorbed merely by the uppermost layer, and do not penetrate to deeper layers where cellulite actually sits. Functionally, our skin is here to prevent exactly this. That is not allowing foreign substances to soak into our bodies. Josh compares cellulite creams to rubbing food on your stomach in hopes that it will satisfy your appetite. It simply does not work, as logic and scientific research has shown. However, there are a few on the market that may actually work. Those that contain the ingredients theophylline and caffeine have seen some widespread success.
  2. Lipodissolve: Injection lipolysis, which is also referred to as Lipodissolve injections, involves the injection of a cocktail of enzymes, vitamins, and phoosphadatidylcholine being injected into fat pockets with the hope of breaking the cellulite part. However as with the case with Mesotheraphy and the other treatments on this list, there is no scientific evidence backing this procedure up. The typical recommendation is to undergo two to four treatments each week for as long as two months. This could mean as many as thirty-two treatments in all. Unsurprisingly, this can be exorbitantly expensive as well as quite uncomfortable. Side effects that are common include, but are not limited to, pain, bruising, itchiness, and minor burning sensation.

5 Cheap Foods That Fight Flab

There are ways to lose the annoying flab without breaking the bank. Many people believe it is impossible without shopping only for outrageously expensive organic goods or hiring a personal trainer. Until now, here are some foods which are inexpensive, yet can help burn that stubborn flab!

1. Oatmeal

Packed with fiber and whole-grain goodness, you can’t go wrong. Just be sure to avoid the processed, high-sugar junk out there and stick to slow-cook oats. No need for the high sugar oatmeals, you could be better off eating a high carb bagel instead. 

2. Eggs

Filled with vitamins B6, B12, A, D, E, and K, folate, choline, lutein, calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids. Eggs are a no brainer when it comes to eating healthy, and getting them a dozen at a time for around $4 makes them even more enticing.

3. Beans

Black beans, navy beans, refried beans, and lima beans all have 6 or more grams of fiber per ½ cup. Fiber helps the body get rid of unwanted toxins. They go well with a great deal of foods and can provide great health measures later down the line.

4. Veggies

Certain vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, kale, and cabbage contain special vitamins which fight belly fat, for many people, their biggest concern. A serving of these daily can go a long way.

5. Avocados

They are a great way to also get rid of belly fat, as well as coming at a very low cost. Being able to consume avocados as often as possible is a great way to stay healthy.

 

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

 

4 Household Items That Cause Flab

Obesogens. They are endocrine disruptors and they are natural and man-made chemicals that alter the regulatory system that controls your weight. Obesogens increase the amount of fat cells you have while at the same time decreasing the amount of calories you burn. In addition, they change the way your body manages hunger.

Obesogens interfere with the body’s natural hormones. Hormones are responsible for just about every function in the body, including metabolism and fat burning. Obesogens disrupt hormones by either copying their natural action or by preventing them from functioning properly.

New research studies are being conducted on the effects of obesogens on the body. To understand what obesogens are and how they are making people fat, you first need to know how these chemicals work.

Tap Water

Pesticides affect a lot more than just the insects they are designed to control. These powerful chemicals seep deep down into the soil and remain there for years.

Water Bottles and Cans


Bisphenol-A (BPA) has been shown to increase insulin resistance in animal studies and is most commonly found in the lining of cans and sports water bottles. 

Non-Stick Pans 

Animal studies have shown that individuals who are exposed to Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) early in life have an increased risk of developing obesity later in life.

Shower Curtains

Phthalates, the chemicals found in shower curtains and air fresheners, can lower testosterone and slow down metabolism. This can cause you to gain weight and also reduce your muscle mass.

 

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

 

 

Why You Need More Yolk

For decades, “experts” have been warning  American consumers how whole eggs are detrimental to one’s health, and egg whites are some sort of superfood. This is simply false. Furthermore, far too many cafes and diners list egg white on the healthy portion of their menus. They are unknowingly wronging their customers in this manner. But let me be clear, there is nothing inherently “wrong” about these egg whites, it is simply the portrayal by many that they are healthier than the whole egg. It is important to note that the healthiest part of the egg is actually the yolk as this is where you can find the vast majority of the egg’s nutritional value.

Bezoni EggsThe yolk section accounts for more than 9/10 of the egg’s minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants.  It actually contains 100% of the fat in the egg, and it is quite healthy and will help you balance your hormones. Furthermore, about fifty percent of the protein in the egg is actually found in the yolk, itself. The facts listed in this article are most likely news for most American consumers. Misinformation about nutrition and dieting is rampant across this nation.

The primary takeaway from this article is that, despite what most people say, you should not be avoiding egg yolks. In fact, you should be making a point to consume them as eggs are amongst the least costly forms of health-boosting & fat burning nutritional items you can find. Even the most expensive eggs in the country only cost no more than half a dollar for ten grams of proteins and countless vitamins, antioxidants, etc.

Many preach how the intake of eggs will engender an increase one’s cholesterol level. However, this is again not true as the human body is incredibly developed. If you consumer more cholesterol, you’re body will actually begin to produce less to account for this increase. Furthermore, there are a series of studies that demonstrate that eggs lead to an increase in “good” cholesterol.

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

Spice That Leads To Obesity

 Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is an ingredient you think of when you think of Chinese food. Unfortunately, this unhealthy spice is also on a long list of products probably in your kitchen pantry right now. This flavor booster is hiding in foods and is considered very addictive. 

Many nutrition labels put MSG into the natural flavors category when it is most certainly not. The flavor of the spice causes animals to react negatively and at times harm their lives. Ingestion of these spices to a human can also cause an unhealthy reaction.

Still more research demonstrates that in a study where calorie consumption and exercise were equal, the group of men and women who used MSG were more likely to be overweight than the group that did not.

Also, MSG is commonly found in Chinese foods. This has lead for many once healthy Asian Americans, have deteriorating health. Many are petitioning to have the MSG removed, but seeing that change come will take some time.

Processed foods are much more likely to contain MSG, so steer as clear of them as you can. Also, try to avoid non-organic produce, because MSG-containing products are sometimes used as sprays and fertilizers for those fruits and vegetables. If nothing else, be sure to wash all produce carefully.

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

100-Calorie Snack Pack Danger

These tricky snack packs are irresistible at times, and with the label which makes them seem healthy can fool any one, but in the long run are doing more harm than good to your body. 

1. A 100-calorie snack isn’t big enough to fill you up or provide even the slightest sense of satisfaction. Having one pack of a 100-calorie snack pack is like having a bite of a sandwich, it will not fill you up, leading you to eat more. Eating more of these, can very easily lead to overeating, and from what we have learned thus far, that is not the goal we are going for.

2. These packs are made up of pure junk. They serve no nutritional value, they are just packaged as 100-calorie packets. They are just as unhealthy as a normal package of cookies or crackers, just in a smaller portion size, which many people do not follow.

The pure junk that goes into these snack packs is something you should avoid at all costs. Instead of these snacks, it is important to pick up fruits, vegetables, or anything else which has proteins which can boost the immune system, rather then worsening it.

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

 

Are Chia Seeds worth the hype?

Chia seeds are getting a lot of press lately, but then again so is the man who lost flab eating only Taco Bell (which is NOT a good idea). As with any of the latest food trends, it is important that you approach chia seeds with a skeptical eye. What the heck are they? And are chia seeds really worth the hype? They are native to Mexico and Guatemala and were cultivated by the Aztecs.

Synergy chiaChia seeds lack any strong flavors, and they form a cool gel-like substance when soaked in liquid. In fact, one of my favorite Kambucha teas (Synergy’s Cherry Chia). While you can currently find chia seeds in the health food section of most major grocery stores, I predict they will become a staple item on most mainstream grocery store shelves in no time because of their beneficial properties.

According to the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, about two teaspoons of chia seeds provide 1.7 g of ALA, 3.6 g of fiber, and 60 mg of calcium.  To give you a real life comparison, two teaspoons of chia seeds meets the daily recommended intake of ALA, provides the same amount of fiber as a packet of instant oatmeal and the same amount of calcium as about ¼ cup milk.

Chia seeds are a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), fiber, potassium and calcium.  (ALA is a type of omega-3 fatty acid found in plants that can be converted to the inflammation-fighting and chronic disease-preventing EPA and DHA typically found in fish.)

In short, chia seeds have not yet proven to be a magic flat-belly aid (and I don’t think they will).  They are, however, very nutritious and would be a welcome addition to any healthy diet.  What’s more, excluding rare food allergies, there have been no credibly reported adverse effects or reactions from eating chia seeds. The more natural, nutrient dense foods you use to replace less healthy, processed ones, the closer you will get to your flat-belly goal.

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.

Do This 1 Trick To Reduce A Belly-Causing Hormone By 17%

Your body produces a hormone called cortisol in response to chronic stress. This hormone is associated with causing excess belly flab; the more cortisol you have, the more belly fat you typically gain.

This cortisol-blunting effect occurred in just 14 days. So if you want to take control of your body’s cortisol levels, simply start eating a small mini-meal every three hours to reduce. Cortisol up to 17 percent on your own. Those are just a few of the benefits to eating five mini-meals a day, spaced three hours apart. (Example: Eat a meal 7 am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm, and 7 pm.)

Now get this: The New England Journal of Medicine published a study showing that individuals who consumed mini-meals spaced three hours apart each day actually decreased their cortisol levels by 17 percent compared to those who ate the same amount of food in only three meals per day.

Now when I say, “mini-meal” I’m only talking about 300 or so calories per meal. (400 calories for active folks over 220 lbs). And those calories should be coming fromnatural sources (lean meats, eggs, dairy, fruits, nuts, vegetables and whole grains). Skip the processed junk. Now I have to admit, I’ve found that when my readers begin eating this way it feels very unnatural to them in the beginning. You see, as Americans, most of us have stretched our stomachs out to the point where we just don’t feel satisfied unless we’re gorging on a huge calorie-laden meal two or three times a day.

So when you begin eating a mini-meal every three hours you may not feel completely full after each meal. But that will quickly change. You see, after just a few days of eating five mini-meals, your stomach will naturally begin to shrink in size, and the small mini-meals will leave you feeling full, satisfied, light, and energetic.

Make no mistake, if you do nothing else but consistently eat balanced mini-meals, spaced three hours apart throughout the day, you are going to make a great change in your body.

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your physician.